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E331 FTF

1988 BMW M5

Green Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,385 mi
Last recorded98,385 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW M5140,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE331 FTF
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 98,385 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 98,312 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 97,683 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 96,704 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 96,557 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 96,513 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 95,034 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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E331 FTF is a 1988 BMW M5 in Green with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 140,471 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E331 FTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this BMW M5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E331 FTF?

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What year was E331 FTF registered?

E331 FTF is a 1988 BMW M5, first registered on 19 January 1988.

Is E331 FTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E331 FTF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E331 FTF have outstanding finance?

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